This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is MBLJ40X160-75 — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the MBLJ40X160-75 in place of this model. The MBLJ replacement upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors (the MAL used CS1-M / DS1-M).
Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75
The AirTAC Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75 is a double-acting aluminum mini cylinder with a rear adjustable-stroke stopper: you can trim up to 75 mm, giving a usable end-position window from 85 to 160 mm. This model is discontinued — the drop-in replacement is the MBLJ40X160-75.
- BoreØ40 mm
- Stroke160 mm
- Adjust window85–160 mm
- Port sizeG1/4
- Rod threadM12×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → MBLJ40X160-75
About the Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75
The AirTAC MALJ40X160-75 is a discontinued 40mm bore, double-acting adjustable-stroke mini cylinder. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLJ40X160-75, matching the 160mm stroke, 75mm adjuster, 628N push force at 0.5MPa, and G1/4 port. The rear screw stopper lets you trim the end position, creating a usable stroke window from 85mm up to 160mm without external stops.
This SKU lacks a magnet (-S), so it cannot accept a position sensor. The adjuster sets the end position but does not hold load without live air. Upgrading to the MBLJ40X160-75 moves you from threaded covers to a riveted rolling-packed body. If you need a sensor, the MBLJ uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches instead of the older CS1-M/DS1-M family.
Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75 Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75 |
|---|---|
| Series | MALJ adjustable-stroke mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | MBLJ40X160-75 |
| Bore size | Ø40 mm |
| Stroke | 160 mm |
| Adjustable window | 85 – 160 mm |
| Acting type | Double acting, adjustable stroke |
| Port size | G1/4 |
| Rod thread | M12×1.25 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.1 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 30 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed rubber bumper |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 500 mm |
The rear adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock — it sets the end position but does not hold the load without live air. No back-cover code and no SDB on adjustable-stroke. The MBLJ40X160-75 carries the same ratings.
Theoretical Output Force (Ø40mm)
| Pressure | Push force | Pull force |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 628 N | 528 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 880 N | — |
| Max (@1.0 MPa) | 128 kgf | |
Single-rod force, same as a standard MAL of this bore. The MBLJ40X160-75 matches these values.
Model Code: Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75
| MALJ | Adjustable-stroke aluminum mini cylinder, double acting (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 40 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×160 | Nominal stroke length in mm. |
| -75 | Adjustable amount: trim the end to a 85–160 mm window. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MBLJ uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
Replacement: MALJ → MBLJ. No back-cover (CA/U/CM) and no SDB. Mounting: FA / LB.
Where the Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75 Is Used
Printed Circuit Board Tester
Dial the 85-160mm reach to press test probes onto varying PCB thicknesses without swapping tooling, using the 628N push force to ensure stable contact.
Packaging Flap Folder
Adjust the rear stopper to fine-tune carton flap depth on the fly, letting the 40mm bore deliver consistent 528N pull force for reliable retraction.
Woodworking Edge Guide
Set a precise end position to position panel edge guides, preventing over-travel while the fixed rubber bumper absorbs the repeated 880N @0.7MPa impacts.
Replacing the Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75 with MBLJ40X160-75
To replace the MALJ40X160-75, order the exact drop-in MBLJ40X160-75. Confirm the 40mm bore, 160mm stroke, 75mm adjust code, PT G1/4 port, and M12x1.25 rod thread. Mounting is Basic, FA, or LB only; there is no back-cover or SDB option. Remember the adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock; it will not hold a load without air pressure. The fixed rubber bumper softens end impact, but it is not an adjustable cushion.
When sizing, you can step down to the 32mm bore (402N push @0.5MPa) if your load is lighter, or step up to this 40mm bore (628N push @0.5MPa) from the 32mm if you need more force. At 160mm stroke, the 16mm carbon-steel rod is susceptible to bending under side loads; ensure the load is guided to prevent premature seal wear.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the MBLJ40X160-75 (same bore/stroke/adjust)
- ✓ Same 85–160 mm adjustable window
- ✓ Adjuster is a stop, not a lock
- ✓ No back cover / SDB — plan an FA/LB mount
- ✓ Sensor: swap CS1-M/DS1-M → CMSG/DMSG/EMSG
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.1 – 1.0 MPa operating pressure.
- check The rear adjuster sets the end position — it is not a load lock.
- check No back-cover / SDB on adjustable-stroke — use FA / LB.
- check Front/rear covers are threaded — not for field disassembly.
- check For new builds, specify the MBLJ40X160-75 instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MALJ40 Adjustable Mini Cylinder MALJ40X160-75 FAQ
Yes, the MALJ40X160-75 is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MBLJ40X160-75, matching the 40mm bore, 160mm stroke, 75mm adjuster, and G1/4 port. The MBLJ upgrades the body to a riveted rolling-packed design and uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG sensors if you add a magnet.
The 75mm rear adjuster lets you trim the end position, giving a usable stroke window of 85-160mm. The 40mm bore provides 628N push and 528N pull at 0.5MPa, 880N push at 0.7MPa, and a maximum of 128kgf at 1.0MPa. The adjuster is a travel stop, not a lock.
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